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Indigestion and Your Digestive System

Indigestion is often a symptom of another problem. Learn about the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of indigestion from the experts at WebMD.

Nutrient Feeders for People With Swallowing Problems

Syringes can be used to deliver nutrient solution through a feeding tube.syringe image by Jane September from Fotolia.comIt can be challenging for those who have difficulty swallowing, known as dysphagia, to consume enough calories to feed their bodies. Often, nutrient feeders in the form...

Dealing With Heartburn

Heartburn is that nagging burning sensation you sometimes get in the middle of your chest after eating. Heartburn, for some people, occurs regularly, but for others is an occasional problem. Heartburn is not really associated with the heart, but rather a condition of the digestive system. Most of th

Finding a Natural Heartburn Relief

If you are crazy about fast foods, cold drinks and alcoholic beverages, then it is about time to avoid these, especially if you are suffering from heartburn. Most of the time, consuming meals in heavy quantity can make you feel uncomfortable and cause a burning sensation on the chest or the upper ab

Pressure Ulcer Prevention & Skin Assessment

The Department of Surgery at Columbia University Medical Center defines a pressure ulcer as the physical breakdown of the skin layers caused by continuous pressure at certain points on the body. This breakdown is a result of a decrease in blood flow and circulation caused by the pressure on the affe

Rectal Bleeding

Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of rectal bleeding including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.

Antibiotic May Aid Irritable Bowel

Ten days' treatment with the antibiotic Xifaxan reduces symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a small clinical trial suggests.